Network of the National Library of Medicine (NNLM)

About Us

The mission of the NNLM is to advance the progress of medicine and improve public health by providing U.S. health professionals with equal access to biomedical information and improving individuals' access to information to enable them to make informed decisions about their health.
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Project Funding

NNLM offers funding for projects that improve access to health information, increase engagement with research and data, expand professional knowledge, and promote awareness and use of NLM resources in local communities.

Training Opportunities

NNLM offers a variety of online, on-demand and in-person training opportunities to support professional development and continuing education for librarians, educators, and health professionals.

Upcoming Classes

December 15, 2025 - April 15, 2027
Introduction to Statistics: Understanding the Methods Section (On-Demand)

Across 5 modules, you will be systematically introduced to the most common statistical techniques, along with articles that use those techniques so we can see the techniques in action in the wild. No previous experience with statistics or coding is required or expected.

June 4, 2026
Supporting Community Mental Health in Libraries

Featuring St. David’s Foundation and RAND, this webinar provides insight from the partners of the Libraries for Health initiative that launched in Central Texas in 2022. 
The Libraries for Health pilot was created to respond to rural communities' need for adequate mental health resources and mental health care provider shortages. As libraries continue to play a critical role as a community hub for health, delivery of mental health for conditions such as depression and anxiety is reimagined.

June 10, 2026
How PubMed Works: Introduction

If you’re new to PubMed or just want a refresher, this 90-minute webinar is designed for you.

June 17, 2026
How PubMed Works: Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)

The How PubMed Works: MeSH session addresses increasing health information access and use by highlighting information about the National Library of Medicine’s PubMed bibliographic database.